This event will explore how emerging technologies, such as reinforcement learning in ride-pooling systems and immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experiences, are shaping sustainable and health-enhancing urban mobility solutions. Following the presentations, a panel discussion will examine the potential of digital innovations to enhance sustainability in urban mobility, offering diverse perspectives from researchers, experts, and stakeholders.
Date: 23.4.2025
Time: 13:00–14:40
Location: Think Corner, Yliopistonkatu 4, Helsinki
Stream: https://www.helsinki.fi/fi/tiedekulma/suora-lahetys
Please find the event program below.
13:00 Sustainable ride-pooling with reinforcement learning at scale: a case study of Helsinki city area
Klavdiia Bochenina, Post-Doctoral Researcher, University of Helsinki
13:20 As if it was real: Using Virtual Reality to measure health and well-being effects of greenery during active mobility
Silviya Korpilo, Post-Doctoral Researcher, University of Helsinki
13:50 Panel discussion: Can digital innovations make urban mobility more sustainable?
Laura Ruotsalainen, Professor of Spatiotemporal Data Analysis for Sustainability Science, University of Helsinki
Tuuli Toivonen, Professor of Geoinformatics, University of Helsinki
Carlos Lamuela Orta, Senior Scientist (Sustainability, Mobility, City, Architecture), VTT
Hannu Oskala, Voi Scooters Finland Public Policy Manager and former Helsinki City Councillor
14:40 End